Merlin Entertainments is to introduce two of its brands to China as part of a ￡300 million (USD 425 million) package of projects intended to deepen cultural ties between the UK and China. Among the projects are three new developments from Merlin Entertainments, including two brands making their first appearance in China.

The company will open one of its history-themed Dungeons in Shanghai and a Little Big City attraction in Beijing. In addition, in 2019 Merlin will open its third Legoland Discovery Center in the country in Beijing.